should i go ahead and get him a rose for valentines day?

Question by Brittany D: should i go ahead and get him a rose for valentines day?
my man and me been together for a year and before when we started seeing eachother i would go and buy him a rose to show him that i cared, (he kept the roses in a book). now this valentines day i got him a couple of gifts and i have to get a rose but he dont want one said roses are for ladies. i dont know if this is a mix single but should go get him a rose or not?

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Answer by jessie
Honestly guys do not care for flowers or candy or even valentines day. He wont tell you that so as not to hurt your feelings but he did tell you no rose so no it is not a mixed signal. where ever you got the idea that guys want roses for valentines day you are wrong. If it makes you feel better about it then go ahead and continue your traditions but I do not think he cares about the roses and don’t let that hurt your feelings because it is a guy thing.

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The personal look of your garden with angel statues

Have you ever thought about adding more decoration to your garden and lawn? The possibilities are endless. Garden statues can be the best way to start adding your own personal touch. From the simple to the elaborate depending on the mood one wants to create. Garden angel statues are becoming a favorite among many. Especially as times become more and more troubled. Adding the serenity of an angel or two to guard and protect your own personal surroundings and showing all that believe in the spiritual side of life.
The versatility of garden and lawn statues are very broad. Depending on how one wants the mood to be set. When taking the time to enjoy and relax in your own personal outdoor surroundings. Maybe a garden swing with an angel on each side or how about a bird bath with garden angels close at hand. Angels with their feathery friends singing  songs of joy while resting with a cool drink after a long flight.
A rose garden can be a great place to have a statue of an angel close at hand. Enhancing the beauty and color of the many variety of roses in ones own personal garden. We all know angels and beautiful flowers go hand in hand.
Garden and lawn statues of angels come is such a wide variety of poses and sizes. From the large to small. Angels with heads bowed showing a humble look. To those looking up to the heavens as though looking for answers. A garden angel with a rustic look or a statue of one with a more modern appeal.
Let your creativity show all as to how you feel and dream. By creating your own small place in heaven right in your back garden and lawn area. With statues of angels enhancing the very mood you have created

What Is The Face Value Of A Court-Side Seat In The Rose Garden, Blazers V.S. Jazz?

Question by Kevin: What Is The Face Value Of A Court-Side Seat In The Rose Garden, Blazers V.S. Jazz?
I Want To Know The Face Value To The Courtside Seats.

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Answer by John
What does it say on the ticket? If you don’t have tickets and just want to know the price, call the box office. Even if they are sold out they can still tell you the price.

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Bon Jovi – Bed Of Roses (Acoustic)

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Choosing and Fitting the Perfect Ceiling Roses For Your Home

Since the minimalist, paired down style of 1990s interior design, there has been a shift to people choosing more romantic, grander looks for their homes, looking to the past for inspiration. This does make sense when you consider how many British properties are not modern builds and do still possess traditional features, like high ceilings and plaster work. If you are lucky enough to own a property with high ceilings, and you wish to create a historic, theatrical look to the room, a ceiling rose could be the flourish you need to finish it off.

There are some really stylish and beautiful designs of ceiling roses on the market, and they don’t need to be put up by a professional either, with a little know how and a good quality product, anyone can do it!

Ceiling roses are available to buy made from either plaster, which is beautiful and looks authentic, but can be extremely heavy and difficult to work with, polystyrene, which is the cheapest (and can look it) or a new product, polyurethane Duropolymer, which is light, hard-wearing and easy to work with.

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There are many different shapes and sizes of ceiling roses to be found, ranging in style from Regency to Art Deco. They are particularly effective for tying together an expanse of ceiling with a large chandelier light, for example, but you must be careful that the intricacy of one doesn’t detract from the other. Also, if you already have cornicing or coving in the room from a particular period, you will need to choose a ceiling rose in keeping with that style. The larger the room, the larger you can go, but think very carefully about whether your room is wide enough to take a large circular rose. You might find a smaller star or diamond shape works better.

If you are intending to put your ceiling rose underneath an existing light fitting, be sure to turn off the electricity before you start and make sure you are confidant about re-wiring the electrical ceiling rose once you have finished attaching the moulding. A junction box system is the most straightforward method when it comes to re-wiring, but if you are at all unsure, it is always worth paying a professional electrician

You will need to fill any uneven surfaces before sticking the ceiling rose and it is also worth priming the surface beforehand as well, so that painting is easier afterwards. PVA bonding painted on to the ceiling as well as the rose will make for a smoother purchase when you come to sticking, but make sure it is dry before applying the adhesive.

Obviously the heavier the rose, the stronger glue you will need. I would suggest using plasterboard screws to attach it to the ceiling (you will need to remove and fill in the holes afterwards), to save you taking all the weight when it comes to sticking the rose down. Specialist coving glue is probably the best adhesive to use as it can be mixed to the right consistency. Spread the glue about 5mm thick, using a spatula. Once the ceiling rose is stuck, it is a good idea to wait for a day before painting and removing any screws. Job done! A little patience and effort is all that is required.

How long will wax preserve roses?

Question by Miikes Girl: How long will wax preserve roses?
I recently received a bouquet containing beautiful orange flowers, I read something online about preserving the roses in wax, I was wondering how long this would preserve them for? i would like some method that will preserve them practically forever and in a way that they are not brittle so i could do something with them, perhaps put them on a necklace?

Best answer:

Answer by terterryterter
If you pick up a dehydrating kit from Michael’s or your local craft store the rose will preserve indefinitely. these kits use silica to pull the moisture from the plant. Silica packets are often found inside packaged items you purchase. To control any moisture that may be present in the package by absorbing it. If the moisture is left in the petals they will begin to decay almost immediately because the hot wax will bake them.

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Shanghai Botanical Garden- visit the wonder world of flowers

Shanghai, the most populous city in the Republic of China is home to many unique landmarks. This metropolis located at the mouth of Yangtze River, is the most influential centre of culture and other aspects of East China. This multi-ethnic city’s modernization hasn’t had any effect on its balance.  Shanghai always provides its visitors a memorable stay as it is never short of impressive attractions.  From majestic skyscrapers to authentic botanical gardens, you may find various kinds of social magnets.

As a matter of fact, the largest municipal botanical garden in China is sited in Shanghai enclosing a heavy collection of thousands of plants inclusive of some rare plant species.  Nurturing plants from abroad as well as from China, the Shanghai Botanical Garden was opened to public in 1978. Since then it has gradually developed in to becoming a comprehensive foundation uniting plants research, tourism, production and education of nature science and is has become a winner of many awards at international flower shows.

This garden is basically divided into four spacious areas that specialize in peonies, roses, osmanthus, magnolias, azaleas, ferns, maples, bamboo and conifers.  Owning China’s best Orchid garden, it acts as a tool for education, production, scientific research and sightseeing.  The garden also carries out a training programme on introduced species.

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At the spring time, grand flower shows are held presenting a mass of enchanting colourful flowers.  Let alone their colour, their shapes and fragrances are bound to fill up your senses.  You’ll be captivated by the sight of fully blossomed Cherry, Plum, Cherry, Peach, Begonia and Bauhinia n the Rose Garden.  The fascinatingly graceful national flowers of China will provide a feast to your eyes in the Peony Garden.

With the arrival of the sunny summertime, the Bamboo garden transforms in to a romanticized summer resort. Here Bamboos from many places of China and abroad can be seen while chilling at one of the houses made from Bamboo on the road sides.

The vision of flowers with various colours and contrasts and their intoxicating aroma will refresh your mind and body. The garden’s natural charm is so appealing that the number of visitors to it increases day by day and for their convenience, it houses some restaurants, vendors’ stalls, exhibition halls, a greenhouse with 3,500 of Southeast Asian tropical plants and a few kids’ playgrounds.

The visitors to Shanghai mostly prefer to stay at a hotel in Shanghai in the heart of the city. Travellers who set their sights on an exceptional private dining Shanghai, check in to The Langham Yangtze Boutique Shanghai, which is a iconic five-star hotel presenting modern luxury.

What is the CHAIN MAIL story of roses sent after death called?

Question by CJ S: What is the CHAIN MAIL story of roses sent after death called?
Since I first signed up for internet service in 1997 I have received several chainmail stories that were worth reading and as always I welcomed the witch like voodoo curses that come with NOT forwarding them and dump them into the trash. NOw I want to know what one was called. It was about a guy who bought roses for his wife… Umm every birthday or maybe it was Valentine’s Day… then he dies and he arranged for the delivery of the roses even after his death. What was that called?

Best answer:

Answer by itguy992005
Here is one about Jack Benny, but there may be others.

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Roses in Art – Heal, Nourish and Indulge

As an artist as well as a writer, I can say without a doubt that there are many misconceptions about art. In my search for a rose-artist, I found Gina De Gorna. Her art techniques, styles and paintings of roses in oil were the subjects I found exceptional. Whether painting a single rose or a bouquet of roses, she captures in vivid detail this beautiful flower.

Not all of us have a sense of color or even proportion – but everyone can learn how to ‘use’ them. The secret is in learning how to “feel” what the artist is actually “saying” to you from his or her painting.

Each artist may paint the same object in a different manner; it is only because those objects must first become an image in the mind of the artist before it is then translated to a corresponding image on the canvas. The final image painted on canvas could appear to be nothing like the image as seen by human eyes. But to both the artist and the connoisseur, the images are very real. There are no two roses exactly alike, and if you study the old Masters you will find many interpretations of our rose.

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But for the lack of confidence in one’s ability to reproduce various shapes or forms, say of a rose, ordinary people might overcome the biggest obstacle a person has to ever draw, paint or sculpt one. Gina paints in oil, acrylic and a variety of limited edition Giclee reproductions, cards and prints.

Much has been said about the ‘balance of an artwork not affecting reality’… for the purpose of balance and a pleasant composition, artists often make their version of reality; this may mean your own version of that rose garden, or even a single rose.

Artists, therefore, do not copy exactly everything they see from a photo or nature. They freely change, omit or add elements of a scene, shapes, colors or interesting textures. This is called “artist’s license”, and please, do use it.

Do not be afraid to alter what appears to be reality. One person’s reality is not always another’s. Before attempting to paint a rose, a bouquet of roses or even an entire setting of a rose garden, you must first stare at the object of your thoughts. Then, allow your mind to wander and envision the endless colors that will appear before you. It does take a bit of practice, but in the end, you will learn how to focus on your own reality of the image or images you wish to place on your canvas.

If you are a rose lover, you may want to have a few pieces of rose art in your home. Perhaps as you hold a lovely rose in your hand, you might be tempted to capture its beauty on paper or canvas yourself. You have nothing to lose and a huge sense of accomplishment if you win. Indulge!

Pics of Charles E Sparks Rose Garden?

Question by Kelli W: Pics of Charles E Sparks Rose Garden?
I would like to have my wedding there but I have not been able to see any pictures of it but plan to visit it soon. Anyone know where I can see pics of the gardens?

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Answer by CHos3n
here’s one at http://www.okc.gov/parks/will_rogers/rental.html

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